Exploring pregnancy-related stigma experiences among adolescents in rural Uganda.

Koichi SakakibaraSarah McIvor MurrayEthan Godwills ArimaCaesar OjukaItziar Familiar-Lopez

Published in: Journal of adolescence (2024)

This study acknowledges the multilevel nature of pregnancy-related stigma among adolescents in the context of existing policy and programming. Recognizing the impact of pregnancy-related stigma on the health and wellbeing of adolescent girls necessitates prioritizing comprehensive stigma reduction interventions that address main drivers and facilitators, and that are rooted in the communities to harness support.

Keyphrases

mental health
mental illness
hiv aids
social support
healthcare
preterm birth
public health
pregnancy outcomes
physical activity
depressive symptoms
pregnant women
social media
hiv infected
antiretroviral therapy